Rihanna hosts Fenty Beauty launch to media and Instagrammers in Paris
Dominique Charriau; Pascal Le Segretain Available since September 8 in France, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna had its party in Paris on Thursday at the Jardin des Tuileries, hosted by the star herself, specifically for members of the press, make-up artists, and social media influencers. The party was held in a tent at the Jardin, […]
Specsavers launches Balmain eyewear collection, on sale from September 14
Specsavers will retail the Balmain eyewear collection of 15 optical glasses and six prescription sunglasses from September 14. Wearers are reminded of the Balmain brand with details from its designs, such as the gold B on the temple tips and embellishments on the frames reminiscent of the house’s belts. In a release, spokeswoman […]
Fernando Colon The Boutique and Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) was founded in 2009 by Frances Kiradjian, who serves as the association’s CEO. With more than 750 members, the community unites and brings individuals in the hospitality and boutique sector together, be they internationally renowned boutique destinations, independent name brands or more intimate hot-spots. The Boutique […]
Hooking up: Blu and Ministry of Sound; Kathy Ireland Worldwide and Larson-Juhl
John Phillips With vaping gaining greater acceptance, Blu, a leading e-cigarette brand, has teamed up with the Ministry of Sound in London. Celebrities attending the celebration of the partnership included Pixie Geldof, Nicola Roberts, Vanessa White, Louise Thompson and Ryan Libbey, with DJs Hernan Catteneo and Nick Warren performing. Another partnership this week saw […]
Paul Marotta/Getty Images Karl Lagerfeld Paris has launched a ‘Social Collection’ of eveningwear designed specifically for the North American market. The brand, its name licensed from Lagerfeld but targeting a broader audience, has priced the collection at between US$168 and US$398, with sizes ranging from 0 to 16 (US). The collection features 13 designs […]
Viktor & Rolf, Fragrance du Bois each launch a collection of six fragrances
Top: Viktor & Rolf showed their Magic fragrance collection at the Upper East Side Academy Mansion, New York. Centre: Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren flank actress Taraji P. Henson. Above: The Fragrance du Bois Nature’s Treasures collection. French luxury brand Fragrance du Bois has released its Nature’s Treasures collection of hand-blended perfumes using only sustainably […]
Kenneth Cole’s Black Bold fragrance, from Parlux, is an evolution of the earlier Kenneth Cole Black. The men’s fragrance, on sale in August, is inspired by New York, and is aimed at ‘the man who will take on any challenge, regardless of the odds and who is brave enough to believe that they can make […]
Gigi Hadid helms Tommy Hilfiger’s The Girl fragrance campaign
Tommy Hilfiger has announced the launch of The Girl by Tommy Hilfiger, a new eau de toilette, with a campaign featuring Gigi Hadid, the company’s global ambassador for womenswear, accessories and fragrance. Launching at the end July 2016, the new scent is anchored in a dynamic digital campaign, which reflects Gigi’s optimistic attitude, confidence […]
Launch of John Varvatos’s new fragrance, Bad-Boy Biker, at New York Men’s Fashion Week
John Varvatos introduced his newest fragrance, Dark Rebel Rider, during a celebratory concert featuring Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown at his New York City Bowery store. The event was held immediately following the John Varvatos spring–summer 2017 fashion show on July 14. The night featured a special performance by Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown, […]
Ellen DeGeneres launches eyewear line in collaboration with Modo
Ellen DeGeneres has launched her own range of eyewear in collaboration with Modo, a contemporary lifestyle brand. The eyewear range features both sunwear and optical collections. With a mix of seriousness and fun, DeGeneres’s personality and vision is showcased through the variation of designed lenses in a mix of colours and shapes. With […]
